Cheesy Bacon Stove Top Stuffed Pork Chops
I found a complex recipe years ago and broke it down into a oh so simple quick meal, just add a side dish or two.
I found a complex recipe years ago and broke it down into a oh so simple quick meal, just add a side dish or two.
- Carbohydrate 55.4581033333333 g
- Cholesterol 202.878333333333 mg
- Fat 46.9204866666667 g
- Fiber 1.18125 g
- Protein 59.8135166666667 g
- Saturated Fat 19.6924726666667 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (352g)
- Sodium 1689.72533333333 mg
- Sugar 54.2768533333333 g
- Trans Fat 6.31510266666667 g
- Calories 896 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 350-400 degrees.
- Cut bacon in halves & fry (leave grease in pan).
- Cook Stove Top (or generic) as directed, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese & crumble bacon, stir until evenly mixed.
- Spread all seasoning evenly on each side of pork chops, fry in pan with bacon grease on medium-high heat until cooked on inside.
- Lay pork chops in large rectangular cake pan, stuff with Stove Top mixture, pour remaining mixture in between & around chops, pour 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over top & bake approximately 35-40min.
Controlling the sear on medium-high heat determines whether the meat stays juicy or dries out before the center finishes cooking. Butterflying boneless chops creates an even pocket for fillings, but thin cuts require careful monitoring in the pan to avoid overcooking the exterior.
- Swapping boxed bread stuffing for fresh homemade bread cubes changes the moisture absorption rate significantly; fresh cubes require additional broth or melted butter to match the hydration level of commercial mixes.
- Using freshly shredded cheddar cheese instead of pre-bagged varieties prevents anti-caking agents like cellulose from altering the melt texture and smoothness of the sauce.
- Baking the stuffed chops at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 to 40 minutes allows the internal pork proteins to firm up while melting the dairy topping completely.
- Replacing preserved bacon with fresh pork belly strips introduces varying fat ratios that directly impact the amount of grease left in the skillet for searing the meat.
Precision in temperature control ensures the pork reaches food safety standards without losing tenderness. Proper management of stuffing moisture keeps the interior balanced against the savory crust.
